One of the oddest appearing artifacts at The Shaker Historical Society sits in the middle of the Collections Room. Multiple visitors inquire about the object, however, the only information I had known, or rather inferred, was that it was somehow used by the Shaker women for spinning. I was determined to find Read more »

After just two Sundays filled with talented spinners from the Sunday Spinners Series, here are some highlights of our amazing demonstrations! Want to see the real thing? Visit the SHS from 2-5 pm on the following Sundays to experience the Sunday Spinners in person: November 6, November 20, December 4, Read more »

Make a whimsical felted wool flower that leaps from your creative mind or is natural enough to be found in your garden! Use the “wet felting” technique of combining wool fiber, moisture, and agitation, and learn to make a piece of felted fabric.

Come meet the delightful alpacas that serve as the inspiration for Little Farm in the Woods, an alpaca and fiber arts company, founded by Bill and Carol Thombs! The whole family will love running their fingers through the exceptionally soft, downy fleece of these great Read more »

Partnerships and Support

Thank you to the generous support of our valued public and private partners. This critical support allows the SHS preserve and share our region's rich history by developing and expanding our exhibits, programs and educational outreach initiatives.

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